Tennis star Naomi Osaka offered her response to Luca Guadagnino’s buzzy tennis movie Challengers on Thursday, sharing her own moves on the court set to the movie’s viral techno score.
On TikTok, Osaka posted a video of herself moving through a tennis serve and twirling her racket with her fingers after writing, “Me after watching Challengers.”
Though the tennis player has no official ties to the hit movie, which stars Zendaya embroiled in a love triangle with Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist, screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes previously told Business Insider it was Osaka’s 2018 win over Serena Williams that partially inspired the film.
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On TikTok, Osaka posted a video of herself moving through a tennis serve and twirling her racket with her fingers after writing, “Me after watching Challengers.”
Though the tennis player has no official ties to the hit movie, which stars Zendaya embroiled in a love triangle with Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist, screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes previously told Business Insider it was Osaka’s 2018 win over Serena Williams that partially inspired the film.
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- 5/3/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Law Roach and Zendaya have a special kind of professional relationship.
The stylist sat down with The New York Times to discuss his plans a little after a year after he announced he was retiring from celebrity styling. During the interview, Roach shined a light on his ongoing working relationship with the Challengers star.
“We call each other our fashion soul mates,” he told the publication. “We also refer to our relationship as ‘big ideas, small details.’ I come in with, ‘You should wear 14 dresses, and you should change, and you should have a wig on and take it off so your hair should fall down!’ And she’s, ‘No, no, no, no. We’re going to do two dresses, and I’m going to keep the same hair.’
He continued, “It’s like, I write the script, and she does the rewrites. Not saying that we don’t argue,...
The stylist sat down with The New York Times to discuss his plans a little after a year after he announced he was retiring from celebrity styling. During the interview, Roach shined a light on his ongoing working relationship with the Challengers star.
“We call each other our fashion soul mates,” he told the publication. “We also refer to our relationship as ‘big ideas, small details.’ I come in with, ‘You should wear 14 dresses, and you should change, and you should have a wig on and take it off so your hair should fall down!’ And she’s, ‘No, no, no, no. We’re going to do two dresses, and I’m going to keep the same hair.’
He continued, “It’s like, I write the script, and she does the rewrites. Not saying that we don’t argue,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Luca Guadagnino believes filmgoers will endorse his Zendaya movie Challengers because it delivers “a canon of Hollywood golden age comedy – seductive fun with queerness.” The movie’s “big sell” is a shot of Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor kissing one another in various configurations.
Challengers is establishing itself as a Gen Z “date movie,” with a 75% female audience, mostly under the age of 24. Its high-powered social media campaign triggered a $25 million opening weekend globally, defying the pre-summer box office torpor.
The movie has also been well received by Gen Z reviewers who are faithful to their lexicon of film criticism – male characters are approvingly deemed “heteroflexible,” females “polyamorous,” etc.
It was a surprise to his fans that Guadagnino, an Italian filmmaker, set out to make an American-set sports movie (he is not a sports fan) about a tennis world to which he was alien. As with his other films,...
Challengers is establishing itself as a Gen Z “date movie,” with a 75% female audience, mostly under the age of 24. Its high-powered social media campaign triggered a $25 million opening weekend globally, defying the pre-summer box office torpor.
The movie has also been well received by Gen Z reviewers who are faithful to their lexicon of film criticism – male characters are approvingly deemed “heteroflexible,” females “polyamorous,” etc.
It was a surprise to his fans that Guadagnino, an Italian filmmaker, set out to make an American-set sports movie (he is not a sports fan) about a tennis world to which he was alien. As with his other films,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Peter Bart
- Deadline Film + TV
Zendaya is set to return to the Met Gala for the first time in years next week, and her stylist Law Roach just shared some shocking information about her look.
The 27-year-old Challengers star is one of the official co-chairs of the biggest night in fashion. It marks her first time attending since 2019.
During a recent interview, Law offered up some information about her highly anticipated look dress.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I haven’t seen Zendaya’s dress,” Law admitted to The New York Times.
He continued, explaining that the dress was still a work in progress at the moment. Why? “We’ve been on two press tours — Dune 2 and Challengers — and doing two Vogue covers. The dress isn’t even made. They won’t fit until Saturday.”
Zendaya delivered so many iconic looks on both promo tours for her recent movies. For Challengers, everything had a tennis theme.
The 27-year-old Challengers star is one of the official co-chairs of the biggest night in fashion. It marks her first time attending since 2019.
During a recent interview, Law offered up some information about her highly anticipated look dress.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I haven’t seen Zendaya’s dress,” Law admitted to The New York Times.
He continued, explaining that the dress was still a work in progress at the moment. Why? “We’ve been on two press tours — Dune 2 and Challengers — and doing two Vogue covers. The dress isn’t even made. They won’t fit until Saturday.”
Zendaya delivered so many iconic looks on both promo tours for her recent movies. For Challengers, everything had a tennis theme.
- 5/2/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Zendaya has been a part of some very successful projects. So much so, that every film that she seems to star in is getting more and more attention. The most recent addition to this list has been Challengers, which has taken the internet by storm. While the film was getting a lot of attention for some odd reasons when the trailer came out, that seems to have flipped since then.
Zendaya’s Challengers
It has become one of the most critically acclaimed films in the actress’s filmography, having an impressive, 7.8 out of 10 rating on IMDb. It would seem that this wasn’t only the case for her, as the movie just broke quite an impressive record.
Zendaya’s Challenges Meets New Highs
Challengers have become quite the talk of the town. The film has gotten excellent reviews from all sides, with audiences praising its ability to balance its racy...
Zendaya’s Challengers
It has become one of the most critically acclaimed films in the actress’s filmography, having an impressive, 7.8 out of 10 rating on IMDb. It would seem that this wasn’t only the case for her, as the movie just broke quite an impressive record.
Zendaya’s Challenges Meets New Highs
Challengers have become quite the talk of the town. The film has gotten excellent reviews from all sides, with audiences praising its ability to balance its racy...
- 5/2/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The much-anticipated final trailer for the romantic sports movie Challengers has just been released, showcasing an intense love triangle involving Zendaya‘s character, Tashi Duncan. Directed by the acclaimed Luca Guadagnino, the film promises a mix of drama, romance, and competitive tennis action. Exploring the Depths of Tashi Duncan At the heart of Challengers is Tashi Duncan, played by Zendaya, a former tennis prodigy whose career took a decisive turn after a severe injury. Now a coach, she finds herself caught between her husband Art Donaldson, portrayed by Mike Faist, and her former boyfriend Patrick, played by Josh O’Connor. The dynamics
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The post Challengers Final Trailer Explores Zendayas Role in a Romantic Sports Movie first appeared on TVovermind.
- 5/2/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
We’re thrilled to launch a new feature on The Film Stage highlighting our top recommendations for films currently in theaters, from new releases to restorations receiving a proper theatrical run. While we already provide extensive monthly new-release recommendations and weekly streaming recommendations, as distributors’ roll-outs can vary, we thought it would be helpful to provide a one-stop list to share the essential films that may be on a screen near you. We’ll be updating this page weekly, so be sure to bookmark.
The Beast (Bertrand Bonello)
Where to begin with Bertrand Bonello’s wonderful The Beast? It’s been so gratifying to see the initial reaction to the French filmmaker’s tenth feature, after several decades of increasingly remarkable work––the majority of it dark, beautiful, and sleazy. In fact, for what a discomforting and despairing experience much of The Beast is, when I’ve thought back its moments of real,...
The Beast (Bertrand Bonello)
Where to begin with Bertrand Bonello’s wonderful The Beast? It’s been so gratifying to see the initial reaction to the French filmmaker’s tenth feature, after several decades of increasingly remarkable work––the majority of it dark, beautiful, and sleazy. In fact, for what a discomforting and despairing experience much of The Beast is, when I’ve thought back its moments of real,...
- 5/2/2024
- by The Film Stage
- The Film Stage
Tom Holland has played Spider-Man in multiple MCU films over the years and the actor has become synonymous with the character. From his scene-stealing debut in Captain America: Civil War to the epic Spider-Man: No Way Home, the character has evolved significantly through his appearances.
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in Avengers: Infinity War
Spider-Man had a big role in Avengers: Infinity War, with his introduction being one of the highlights of the film. Holland’s arm hair stands up as his Spidey sense kicks in when Thanos’ minions arrive on Earth. While most believed the scene was achieved through CGI, Marvel surprisingly did it via practical means.
Peter Parker’s Iconic ‘Goosebumps’ Intro in Infinity War Was Done Practically
The iconic Spidey sense scene in Avengers: Infinity War
After leading his own solo film with Spider-Man: Homecoming, Tom Holland‘s Spider-Man joined the big leagues in Avengers: Infinity War, officially becoming an Avenger.
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in Avengers: Infinity War
Spider-Man had a big role in Avengers: Infinity War, with his introduction being one of the highlights of the film. Holland’s arm hair stands up as his Spidey sense kicks in when Thanos’ minions arrive on Earth. While most believed the scene was achieved through CGI, Marvel surprisingly did it via practical means.
Peter Parker’s Iconic ‘Goosebumps’ Intro in Infinity War Was Done Practically
The iconic Spidey sense scene in Avengers: Infinity War
After leading his own solo film with Spider-Man: Homecoming, Tom Holland‘s Spider-Man joined the big leagues in Avengers: Infinity War, officially becoming an Avenger.
- 5/2/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Challengers and The Fall Guy prove that the movie star is still alive – and can make a huge difference to a film’s success. A few thoughts…
The movie star is dead. Or at least our idea of stardom may have drastically changed. After streaming has become a credible rival to cinemas, it’s not so much star power that necessarily gets people to spend their hard-earned money on a movie ticket. Sure, the Swifties ran to the cinemas to watch The Eras Tour, but Taylor Swift is hardly a movie star, despite her turn in Cats.
Ana De Armas blames social media for the lack of movie stars. “I feel like the new generations don’t have that concept, because of social media,” de Armas told Vanity Fair in 2023. “There is so much information out there and oversharing. The concept of a movie star is someone untouchable you only see onscreen.
The movie star is dead. Or at least our idea of stardom may have drastically changed. After streaming has become a credible rival to cinemas, it’s not so much star power that necessarily gets people to spend their hard-earned money on a movie ticket. Sure, the Swifties ran to the cinemas to watch The Eras Tour, but Taylor Swift is hardly a movie star, despite her turn in Cats.
Ana De Armas blames social media for the lack of movie stars. “I feel like the new generations don’t have that concept, because of social media,” de Armas told Vanity Fair in 2023. “There is so much information out there and oversharing. The concept of a movie star is someone untouchable you only see onscreen.
- 5/2/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Hemsworth, Bad Bunny and Anna Wintour serve as the Met Gala co-chairs this year, so they’ll be in attendance. It’s a pretty good bet they’ll be joined by regulars like Rihanna, Jared Leto, Kristen Stewart, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Nicole Kidman, Kerry Washington, Cara Delevingne, Serena Williams and even a Kardashsian, a Jenner or two.
The dress code for the evening is “The Garden of Time,” inspired by a 1962 short story of the same title by J.G. Ballard.
Vogue will exclusively host the fourth annual livestream of The Met Gala Red Carpet, which will take place on Monday, May 6 at 3 p.m. Pct/ 6 p.m. Et, and will be fronted by actor Gwendoline Christie, producer and actor La La Anthony and model Ashley Graham. Emma Chamberlain will return as Vogue’s special correspondent to interview some of the biggest stars on the carpet.
The dress code for the evening is “The Garden of Time,” inspired by a 1962 short story of the same title by J.G. Ballard.
Vogue will exclusively host the fourth annual livestream of The Met Gala Red Carpet, which will take place on Monday, May 6 at 3 p.m. Pct/ 6 p.m. Et, and will be fronted by actor Gwendoline Christie, producer and actor La La Anthony and model Ashley Graham. Emma Chamberlain will return as Vogue’s special correspondent to interview some of the biggest stars on the carpet.
- 5/2/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
The Fall Guy Box Office (North America): Projections Ahead Of Its Release( Photo Credit – YouTube )
After ruling the theatres in 2023 with their individual movies, Barbie and Oppenheimer, Ryan Gosling, and Emily Blunt have teamed up for an action comedy this summer. The Fall Guy by director David Leitch is all set to hit the theatres this Friday, and all eyes are on its box office numbers. Keep scrolling for more deets.
Recently, the film’s producer, Kelly McCormick, opened up about Ryan and Emily’s chemistry in the movie and their characters’ relationship. According to her, it is messy and uncomfortable. The film has already received an impressive 87% score on the Tomatometer on the Rotten Tomatoes website. It is based on the 1980s TV series of the same name about stunt performers. For the unversed, its director was a stunt performer before becoming a filmmaker. He was a stunt double for Brad Pitt.
After ruling the theatres in 2023 with their individual movies, Barbie and Oppenheimer, Ryan Gosling, and Emily Blunt have teamed up for an action comedy this summer. The Fall Guy by director David Leitch is all set to hit the theatres this Friday, and all eyes are on its box office numbers. Keep scrolling for more deets.
Recently, the film’s producer, Kelly McCormick, opened up about Ryan and Emily’s chemistry in the movie and their characters’ relationship. According to her, it is messy and uncomfortable. The film has already received an impressive 87% score on the Tomatometer on the Rotten Tomatoes website. It is based on the 1980s TV series of the same name about stunt performers. For the unversed, its director was a stunt performer before becoming a filmmaker. He was a stunt double for Brad Pitt.
- 5/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Warning: Spoilers Ahead!
Zendaya is weighing in on the end of Challengers.
The 27-year-old actress opened up about the end of Luca Guadagnino‘s film, and what she thinks happened.
In the final scene, the camera lands on Tashi (Zendaya) as she screams “come on!” and smiles following a match point volley between Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) and Art Donaldson (Mike Faist). Art jumps over the net and into Patrick’s arms.
In an interview with The New York Times’ Kyle Buchanan, Zendaya shared her thoughts on the ending, and admitted that it might be “confusing” to some.
Keep reading to find out more…
Zendaya said she felt that Tashi’s expression is a “yes!” of approval, “but my mom’s like, ‘I saw it differently.’”
“My mom read the ending so different,” Zendaya said.
“My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore.
Zendaya is weighing in on the end of Challengers.
The 27-year-old actress opened up about the end of Luca Guadagnino‘s film, and what she thinks happened.
In the final scene, the camera lands on Tashi (Zendaya) as she screams “come on!” and smiles following a match point volley between Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) and Art Donaldson (Mike Faist). Art jumps over the net and into Patrick’s arms.
In an interview with The New York Times’ Kyle Buchanan, Zendaya shared her thoughts on the ending, and admitted that it might be “confusing” to some.
Keep reading to find out more…
Zendaya said she felt that Tashi’s expression is a “yes!” of approval, “but my mom’s like, ‘I saw it differently.’”
“My mom read the ending so different,” Zendaya said.
“My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore.
- 5/1/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Dogwoof has boarded international sales for “Thom Browne: The Man Who Fell to Earth,” the first feature documentary about the fashion designer. Dogwoof will present the film to buyers in Cannes this month.
“Thom Browne: The Man Who Fell to Earth,” a working title, marks Dogwoof’s third collaboration with director Reiner Holzemer and producer Aminata Sambe following 2016’s “Dries,” an intimate portrait of the fashion designer Dries Van Noten, and 2019’s “Martin Margiela: In His Own Words,” about one of the most revolutionary and influential fashion designers of his time.
“Thom Browne: The Man Who Fell to Earth” follows the ascent to fashion stardom of Browne, whose career is based on the unconventional single concept of the tailored gray suit. His fashion line has garnered A-list collaborators and fans on the way such as Michelle Obama, Billie Eilish, Zendaya, Cardi B and David Bowie, who famously wore Browne’s...
“Thom Browne: The Man Who Fell to Earth,” a working title, marks Dogwoof’s third collaboration with director Reiner Holzemer and producer Aminata Sambe following 2016’s “Dries,” an intimate portrait of the fashion designer Dries Van Noten, and 2019’s “Martin Margiela: In His Own Words,” about one of the most revolutionary and influential fashion designers of his time.
“Thom Browne: The Man Who Fell to Earth” follows the ascent to fashion stardom of Browne, whose career is based on the unconventional single concept of the tailored gray suit. His fashion line has garnered A-list collaborators and fans on the way such as Michelle Obama, Billie Eilish, Zendaya, Cardi B and David Bowie, who famously wore Browne’s...
- 5/1/2024
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
Challengers Box Office (North America): Beats Will Smith’s Tennis Drama King Richard’s Domestic Collections ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Zendaya is experiencing rave reviews for her performance in Luca Guadagnino’s directorial Challengers. The film is already breaking some box office records. After becoming Luca’s second highest-grossing film, it has surpassed one of Will Smith’s movies at the domestic box office. Scroll below for more.
Before this R-rated tennis drama, Zendaya was praised for her work in Denis Villeneuve’s film Dune: Part Two, which is already one of the highest-grossing films of 2024. It featured Timothee Chalamet opposite the Spider-Man: No Way Home actress, and they are among the rising stars in Hollywood. The 27-year-old has won two Emmy Awards for her impressive performance in the HBO series Euphoria.
Luca Guadagnino’s movie Challengers has surpassed Will Smith’s tennis drama King Richards Collection at the North American box office,...
Zendaya is experiencing rave reviews for her performance in Luca Guadagnino’s directorial Challengers. The film is already breaking some box office records. After becoming Luca’s second highest-grossing film, it has surpassed one of Will Smith’s movies at the domestic box office. Scroll below for more.
Before this R-rated tennis drama, Zendaya was praised for her work in Denis Villeneuve’s film Dune: Part Two, which is already one of the highest-grossing films of 2024. It featured Timothee Chalamet opposite the Spider-Man: No Way Home actress, and they are among the rising stars in Hollywood. The 27-year-old has won two Emmy Awards for her impressive performance in the HBO series Euphoria.
Luca Guadagnino’s movie Challengers has surpassed Will Smith’s tennis drama King Richards Collection at the North American box office,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brien excel in Saint Maud director Rose Glass’ sophomore feature. Here’s our review of Love Lies Bleeding.
If there was any concern or doubt that Rose Glass, the director of 2019’s Saint Maud, wasn’t the real deal, her new film puts all that to rest. Glass’ second feature, Love Lies Bleeding, is a haunting, pulpy affair about the whirlwind romance between a gym manager and an aspiring bodybuilder.
In a star-making turn, Katy O’Brian plays Jackie, who runs into Kristen Stewart’s Lou on her way to Las Vegas for a bodybuilding competition. Their chemistry is sizzling, but Lou’s troubled, criminally inclined family soon complicates their romance.
The cast is rounded out by Jena Malone, Dave Franco and Ed Harris, who sports a particularly impressive hair-do. In a lesser film such ridiculous, over-the-top hair extensions might be a distraction, but here they only add to the uneasy,...
If there was any concern or doubt that Rose Glass, the director of 2019’s Saint Maud, wasn’t the real deal, her new film puts all that to rest. Glass’ second feature, Love Lies Bleeding, is a haunting, pulpy affair about the whirlwind romance between a gym manager and an aspiring bodybuilder.
In a star-making turn, Katy O’Brian plays Jackie, who runs into Kristen Stewart’s Lou on her way to Las Vegas for a bodybuilding competition. Their chemistry is sizzling, but Lou’s troubled, criminally inclined family soon complicates their romance.
The cast is rounded out by Jena Malone, Dave Franco and Ed Harris, who sports a particularly impressive hair-do. In a lesser film such ridiculous, over-the-top hair extensions might be a distraction, but here they only add to the uneasy,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Late Night With The Devil Breaks Streaming Records on Shudder’s Strongest Opening Weekend Ever (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Shudder, the go-to spot for horror buffs, smashed its records last weekend with “Late Night With The Devil,” a horror gem that became the top catch for Shudder and AMC+ during its debut. Horror Geek Life reports that the film wasted no time making history, hitting the ground running on Shudder on April 19 and securing the platform’s most triumphant opening weekend yet.
Upon hitting theaters, it promptly seized the crown as distributor IFC Films’ most lucrative opening weekend in the U.S., amassing $2.8 million in domestic box office revenue. According to Forbes, despite its limited release in just 1,034 American theaters, the Australian movie generated $9.8 million in revenue during its U.S. theatrical run.
AMC no longer shares specific subscriber figures for Shudder as a standalone service. However, as of 2023, AMC Networks...
Shudder, the go-to spot for horror buffs, smashed its records last weekend with “Late Night With The Devil,” a horror gem that became the top catch for Shudder and AMC+ during its debut. Horror Geek Life reports that the film wasted no time making history, hitting the ground running on Shudder on April 19 and securing the platform’s most triumphant opening weekend yet.
Upon hitting theaters, it promptly seized the crown as distributor IFC Films’ most lucrative opening weekend in the U.S., amassing $2.8 million in domestic box office revenue. According to Forbes, despite its limited release in just 1,034 American theaters, the Australian movie generated $9.8 million in revenue during its U.S. theatrical run.
AMC no longer shares specific subscriber figures for Shudder as a standalone service. However, as of 2023, AMC Networks...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Have you ever wondered about all the mysteries that lie beneath the surface of Arrakis, only to be drawn in by a secret hint that eluded the sharpest-eyed readers? You’re not alone! Millions of Dune fans may have missed a subtle yet fascinating fact about the blue sandworm piss before it was unveiled on Joe Rogan’s podcast last month.
The secret came out in an intense discussion with the famous mycologist, Paul Stamets, who was a close friend of Frank Herbert, the mastermind behind Dune. Many of the events in Dune: Part Two are surprising to people who have not read Herbert’s intimidating novel Dune. Certain revelations in the films would have been extremely difficult to predict in the absence of prior knowledge of the plot.
Zendaya in Dune 2
And if you are a fan of the iconic sci-fi classic Dune, you will not want to miss...
The secret came out in an intense discussion with the famous mycologist, Paul Stamets, who was a close friend of Frank Herbert, the mastermind behind Dune. Many of the events in Dune: Part Two are surprising to people who have not read Herbert’s intimidating novel Dune. Certain revelations in the films would have been extremely difficult to predict in the absence of prior knowledge of the plot.
Zendaya in Dune 2
And if you are a fan of the iconic sci-fi classic Dune, you will not want to miss...
- 5/1/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Hollywood is obsessed with TV shows and movies where teenagers take center stage. Only, those teenagers are very rarely actual teenagers.
For most of film and television history, anyone who’s wanted to feature a character under the age of 18 in a production has faced an obvious problem. Kids and teens have labor laws protecting them and mandating restricted hours and education requirements that make scheduling a bit of a nightmare. With pre-pubescent children, generally, creators just have to roll with the challenges and hire a child actor who’s around the general age of the character. When you’re casting a teenage character though? It’s way, way easier to have a young adult play the role.
The practice of getting a 20-something to portray a high schooler is so widespread that the actual exceptions to the rule tend to stick out even further: Think about how young the...
For most of film and television history, anyone who’s wanted to feature a character under the age of 18 in a production has faced an obvious problem. Kids and teens have labor laws protecting them and mandating restricted hours and education requirements that make scheduling a bit of a nightmare. With pre-pubescent children, generally, creators just have to roll with the challenges and hire a child actor who’s around the general age of the character. When you’re casting a teenage character though? It’s way, way easier to have a young adult play the role.
The practice of getting a 20-something to portray a high schooler is so widespread that the actual exceptions to the rule tend to stick out even further: Think about how young the...
- 4/30/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Spoiler Alert: This article contains plot details for “Challengers,” now playing in theaters.
All Tashi Duncan wanted was great tennis. At the end of Luca Guadagnino’s buzzy tennis drama “Challengers,” the camera freezes on Tashi (Zendaya) as she screams “come on!” following a match point volley for the ages between competitors Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) and Art Donaldson (Mike Faist). The volley got so intense that it ends with Art leaping over the net and falling into Patrick’s arms. Is Tashi mortified or elated? Zendaya admitted in an outtake from the actors’ recent interview with The New York Times’ Kyle Buchanan that the ending might be “confusing” to some.
“My mom read the ending so different,” Zendaya said. “My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore.’ I was like, ‘But I smile a little bit at the end!’ My...
All Tashi Duncan wanted was great tennis. At the end of Luca Guadagnino’s buzzy tennis drama “Challengers,” the camera freezes on Tashi (Zendaya) as she screams “come on!” following a match point volley for the ages between competitors Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) and Art Donaldson (Mike Faist). The volley got so intense that it ends with Art leaping over the net and falling into Patrick’s arms. Is Tashi mortified or elated? Zendaya admitted in an outtake from the actors’ recent interview with The New York Times’ Kyle Buchanan that the ending might be “confusing” to some.
“My mom read the ending so different,” Zendaya said. “My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore.’ I was like, ‘But I smile a little bit at the end!’ My...
- 4/30/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Zendaya’s brand new romantic sports drama Challengers has been at everyone’s hearing pretty much before the movie finally hit the cinemas last week. The film also starring The Crown’s star Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist eventually made all the hype in social media work for itself and didn’t take much time to dethrone Alex Garland’s post-apocalyptic hit Civil War from the box office top.
Though all the stars seem to still align for Challengers’ blast as the movie started its theatrical run only several days ago, some earlier predictions for its success show that it actually could’ve done better.
According to earlier reports that were released ahead of Challengers’ world premiere in theaters, the movie was projected to gross at least $20 million in the domestic run while the international numbers were supposed to ultimately cement Luca Guadagnino’s drama’s hit status.
As it turns out,...
Though all the stars seem to still align for Challengers’ blast as the movie started its theatrical run only several days ago, some earlier predictions for its success show that it actually could’ve done better.
According to earlier reports that were released ahead of Challengers’ world premiere in theaters, the movie was projected to gross at least $20 million in the domestic run while the international numbers were supposed to ultimately cement Luca Guadagnino’s drama’s hit status.
As it turns out,...
- 4/30/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
What should I tell you about Challengers? Perhaps that it's not as much about tennis as you may think, and that it is also not as gay as you think. Or that the performances were great, and the music by Trent Reznor really worked as a juxtaposition to dramatic scenes. That there was a lot off slow-mo. It is a fun movie. Challengers, directed by Luca Guadagnino, is about three competitive tennis players who meet at a young age, and the way their paths diverge and converge over the years. Pseudo-celebrity Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) has an injury early on in her career, instead becoming a coach, which suits her analytical and blunt personality. Close friends Art (Mike Faist) and Patrick (Josh O'Connor) are both competing...
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- 4/30/2024
- Screen Anarchy
Warner Bros.’ “Challengers,” led by Zendaya, debuted atop the U.K. and Ireland box office with £1.6 million ($2 million), according to numbers from Comscore.
In its third weekend, Studiocanal’s “Back to Black” dropped to second place with £1.4 million for a total of £8.9 million. In third position, in its fifth weekend, Universal’s “Kung Fu Panda 4” collected £948,033 for a total of £19.7 million.
Entertainment Film Distributors’ “Civil War” placed fourth with £755,426 for a total of £5.1 million. Rounding off the top five was Warner Bros.’ “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” with £597,587 in its fifth weekend for a total of £13.7 million.
The other debut in the top 10 was Anime Ltd’s “Spy x Family Code: White,” which debuted in eighth place with £280,729.
Coming up, there are two releases on May 2 ahead of the long bank holiday weekend in the territory. Universal is opening “The Fall Guy,” starring Emily Blunt, Ryan Gosling, Hannah Waddingham and Aaron Taylor-Johnson,...
In its third weekend, Studiocanal’s “Back to Black” dropped to second place with £1.4 million for a total of £8.9 million. In third position, in its fifth weekend, Universal’s “Kung Fu Panda 4” collected £948,033 for a total of £19.7 million.
Entertainment Film Distributors’ “Civil War” placed fourth with £755,426 for a total of £5.1 million. Rounding off the top five was Warner Bros.’ “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” with £597,587 in its fifth weekend for a total of £13.7 million.
The other debut in the top 10 was Anime Ltd’s “Spy x Family Code: White,” which debuted in eighth place with £280,729.
Coming up, there are two releases on May 2 ahead of the long bank holiday weekend in the territory. Universal is opening “The Fall Guy,” starring Emily Blunt, Ryan Gosling, Hannah Waddingham and Aaron Taylor-Johnson,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
A whole lot of moviegoers this past weekend probably just became enthusiastic tennis fans, so it's important that they know just how well the sport lends itself to the type of thrill-a-minute drama on display throughout "Challengers." (Be sure to read /Film's review by Witney Seibold if you haven't yet.) As Zendaya's Tashi Duncan proves on multiple occasions, the art of being really good at hitting a ball with a racket can feel like an interpretive dance ... provided you have the right partner. Both players tune out the larger world in the heat of the moment and, in Tashi's words, "go somewhere beautiful" together. In that light, it's no wonder the actual filming of director Luca Guadagnino's latest movie naturally lent itself to moments of spontaneity and improvisation between the main trio of actors.
If there's one moment everybody walked out of the theater buzzing about -- besides the provocative ending,...
If there's one moment everybody walked out of the theater buzzing about -- besides the provocative ending,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
The MCU has a lineup of upcoming movies, despite Marvel Studios facing challenges with recent projects. There’s been discussion about reducing the number of releases, as fans are growing weary of lower-quality shows and movies. However, Spider-Man continues to be a major draw, consistently delivering profits for Marvel, regardless of the medium.
In the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has had three standalone movies, with a fourth one in the works. This was confirmed months ago by producer Amy Pascal. The sequel’s development was paused during the WGA Strike but has since resumed. In this guide, we’ll summarize everything we know about the upcoming Spider-Man movie.
The plot could either explore the Multiverse or take a street-level direction
‘Spider-Man 3’ introduced the Multiversal theme that the rest of the franchise is now exploring, and although the movie was well-received, there’s been speculation that Feige has different plans for the upcoming installment.
In the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has had three standalone movies, with a fourth one in the works. This was confirmed months ago by producer Amy Pascal. The sequel’s development was paused during the WGA Strike but has since resumed. In this guide, we’ll summarize everything we know about the upcoming Spider-Man movie.
The plot could either explore the Multiverse or take a street-level direction
‘Spider-Man 3’ introduced the Multiversal theme that the rest of the franchise is now exploring, and although the movie was well-received, there’s been speculation that Feige has different plans for the upcoming installment.
- 4/30/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
MCU has quite a slate of movies coming up, even though Marvel Studios has hit a rough patch with the last couple of projects. There have been talks about releasing fewer projects, as fans are definitely becoming tired of shows and movies of lower quality; still, if one character always managed to drag people to movies, it’s Spider-Man, by far the most profitable Marvel franchise, no matter the product you’re looking at.
So far, talking about the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has three standalone movies and a fourth on the way. This was confirmed several months ago by producer Amy Pascal, who confirmed that the work on the sequel has been ongoing but stopped due to the solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time. Now that the development of the movie is back on, we decided to summarize everything we know about it in this comprehensive guide.
So far, talking about the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has three standalone movies and a fourth on the way. This was confirmed several months ago by producer Amy Pascal, who confirmed that the work on the sequel has been ongoing but stopped due to the solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time. Now that the development of the movie is back on, we decided to summarize everything we know about it in this comprehensive guide.
- 4/30/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
"Challengers", the R-rated sports feature directed by Luca Guadagnino, has earned a ‘domestic’ box office gross of $15,011,061 and ‘international’ $10,300,000 for a worldwide total of $25,311,06 since its theatrical release April 26, 2024:
".... 'Tashi Duncan' (Zendaya), a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court is married to a champion on a losing streak…
“… Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off ...
"...against the washed-up 'Patrick' – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
"As their pasts and presents collide, and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself, what will it cost to win..."...
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".... 'Tashi Duncan' (Zendaya), a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court is married to a champion on a losing streak…
“… Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off ...
"...against the washed-up 'Patrick' – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
"As their pasts and presents collide, and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself, what will it cost to win..."...
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- 4/30/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
"Challengers" Zendaya brings the heat in the new romantic sports drama in Luca Guadagino’s “Challengers.” Completing the cast are Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor (see review below). "Unsung Hero" Joel & Luke Smallbone of the Christian pop group for King + Country created an homage to family and mothers everywhere with “Unsung Hero.” See my
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- 4/30/2024
- by manny
- Manny the Movie Guy
The recent success of Zendaya’s Challengers has proven people’s interest in the theme of love triangles doesn’t need to be rekindled.
The movies, which explore the romances involving three different personalities, tend to attract the audience with their intricate love lines and unexpected twists, with the final one intended to break the triangle.
Here are 5 of the most remarkable love triangle films, which are available for streaming online.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)
Where to watch: Prime, Apple TV+
First comes Woody Allen’s feature, which is very reminiscent of Challengers due to its similar vibe of the youth’s passion and heated romance. The plot centers on Scarlett Johansson’s Cristina, meeting in Barcelona the handsome artist Juan Antonio, who shares her attraction to him, though being still enamored of his ex-wife María Elena.
The Great Gatsby (2013)
Where to watch: Netflix, HBO Max
This movie presents quite a...
The movies, which explore the romances involving three different personalities, tend to attract the audience with their intricate love lines and unexpected twists, with the final one intended to break the triangle.
Here are 5 of the most remarkable love triangle films, which are available for streaming online.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)
Where to watch: Prime, Apple TV+
First comes Woody Allen’s feature, which is very reminiscent of Challengers due to its similar vibe of the youth’s passion and heated romance. The plot centers on Scarlett Johansson’s Cristina, meeting in Barcelona the handsome artist Juan Antonio, who shares her attraction to him, though being still enamored of his ex-wife María Elena.
The Great Gatsby (2013)
Where to watch: Netflix, HBO Max
This movie presents quite a...
- 4/30/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Though we're still waiting on an official announcement, we know plans are in place for a fourth Spider-Man movie, with stars Tom Holland and Zendaya set to reprise their respective roles.
After appearing in the previous three movies and playing quite an integral role in No Way Home, one would assume Peter Parker's pal Ned Leeds will also factor into the story, but actor Jacob Batalon says he's still waiting on the call.
"I mean, I would hope so," The Tarot star told The Direct when asked if he's set to return for the untitled No Way Home follow-up. "I think just with anyone who's worked for Marvel knows that you kind of just like wait for a call. Maybe it does [happen], maybe it doesn't. But it's something that you definitely can't hope and wait for. You just like, you will wake up one day to a call at like...
After appearing in the previous three movies and playing quite an integral role in No Way Home, one would assume Peter Parker's pal Ned Leeds will also factor into the story, but actor Jacob Batalon says he's still waiting on the call.
"I mean, I would hope so," The Tarot star told The Direct when asked if he's set to return for the untitled No Way Home follow-up. "I think just with anyone who's worked for Marvel knows that you kind of just like wait for a call. Maybe it does [happen], maybe it doesn't. But it's something that you definitely can't hope and wait for. You just like, you will wake up one day to a call at like...
- 4/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Although “Challengers” screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes and director Luca Guadagnino are no strangers to working with each other, their collaboration process on the upcoming film “Queer,” an adaptation of a William S. Burroughs novel that will star Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey, was entirely different.
The Black List alum previously told IndieWire on the red carpet for the Los Angeles premiere of “Challengers” that accepting the task of his first adapted screenplay was a “no brainer.” Elaborating on how exactly the task of making “Queer,” a film adaptation both Guadagnino and other filmmakers had been chasing, came to be, Kuritzkes later told IndieWire over Zoom, “One day, on the set of ‘Challengers,’ [Luca] just gave me this book and said, ‘Read this tonight and tell me if you want to write it for me.’”
He added, “I was so completely honored and touched that Luca would trust me with this movie. And...
The Black List alum previously told IndieWire on the red carpet for the Los Angeles premiere of “Challengers” that accepting the task of his first adapted screenplay was a “no brainer.” Elaborating on how exactly the task of making “Queer,” a film adaptation both Guadagnino and other filmmakers had been chasing, came to be, Kuritzkes later told IndieWire over Zoom, “One day, on the set of ‘Challengers,’ [Luca] just gave me this book and said, ‘Read this tonight and tell me if you want to write it for me.’”
He added, “I was so completely honored and touched that Luca would trust me with this movie. And...
- 4/29/2024
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
Celebrating the launch of her Fenty Beauty Soft’lit Foundation at an event in Los Angeles on Friday, Rihanna dropped some hints about her always highly anticipated Met Gala look.
“I’m actually just keeping it real simple this year,” the 36-year-old singer and beauty mogul told Extra on the red carpet.
“I think it’s gonna come to what my makeup and what my hair is going to do,” she continued. “We wanna play with that, but I have no idea what I’m gonna do with that.”
Rihanna’s Met Gala selections are often the talk of the town and a hit on social media. Last year, the star closed out the Karl Lagerfeld-themed red carpet in a Chanel-inspired, camellia flower-covered hooded gown by Valentino with a long skirt train. She topped off the outfit with fingerless gloves as an homage to Lagerfeld.
The singer also...
“I’m actually just keeping it real simple this year,” the 36-year-old singer and beauty mogul told Extra on the red carpet.
“I think it’s gonna come to what my makeup and what my hair is going to do,” she continued. “We wanna play with that, but I have no idea what I’m gonna do with that.”
Rihanna’s Met Gala selections are often the talk of the town and a hit on social media. Last year, the star closed out the Karl Lagerfeld-themed red carpet in a Chanel-inspired, camellia flower-covered hooded gown by Valentino with a long skirt train. She topped off the outfit with fingerless gloves as an homage to Lagerfeld.
The singer also...
- 4/29/2024
- by Nicole Fell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Josh O’Connor would very much love to fuck off into the woods with a stick.
It’s a deceptively warm April day in New York City and O’Connor, who looks brighter than anyone who was awake before the sun has a right to look, is hunched over conspiratorially to share what music he’s currently listening to. It’s where he got the idea of fucking off — central lyrics to Irish blues singer Mick Flannery’s “Fuck Off World”: “Fuck off world/Fuck off politics/I’m going...
It’s a deceptively warm April day in New York City and O’Connor, who looks brighter than anyone who was awake before the sun has a right to look, is hunched over conspiratorially to share what music he’s currently listening to. It’s where he got the idea of fucking off — central lyrics to Irish blues singer Mick Flannery’s “Fuck Off World”: “Fuck off world/Fuck off politics/I’m going...
- 4/29/2024
- by CT Jones
- Rollingstone.com
Zendaya has become a global icon with her portrayal of Mj in MCU’s Spider-Man movies. However, the actress has long been active in the industry due to her acting prowess, but that’s not her only talent. Along with her musical and dancing talent, she has amassed a strong fan following who are interested to explore more of her skills.
A still from Euphoria
Having released her self-titled debut studio album in 2013, fans are wondering about her musical comeback but the actress has one bone to pick about the music industry. However, that bone is surely a gain for Hollywood.
Zendaya Reveals What She Dislikes About Music Industry
In a recent appearance on Friday’s episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, Zendaya revealed that she has been waiting for the “right timing” to make her comeback for her musical career.
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A still from Euphoria
Having released her self-titled debut studio album in 2013, fans are wondering about her musical comeback but the actress has one bone to pick about the music industry. However, that bone is surely a gain for Hollywood.
Zendaya Reveals What She Dislikes About Music Industry
In a recent appearance on Friday’s episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, Zendaya revealed that she has been waiting for the “right timing” to make her comeback for her musical career.
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- 4/29/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
[Editor’s note: The following contains spoilers for “Challengers.”]
Zendaya is admitting that yes, the ending of “Challengers” can be considered “confusing,” especially since her own mother had an entirely different take on it than she did.
The actress told New York Times journalist Kyle Buchanan that it makes sense why the ambiguous final scene can be “confusing” for audiences.
“My mom read the ending so different[ly]. My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore,'” Zendaya said in an interview excerpt tweeted by Buchanan. “I was like, ‘But I smile a little bit at the end!'”
The final sequence captures Tashi (Zendaya) watching as her almost-retired husband Art (Mike Faist) and his former best friend Patrick (Josh O’Connor) embrace on the tennis court without a winner being announced. Tashi screams “Come on!” from the sidelines, harkening back to her own teen U.S. Open win before she...
Zendaya is admitting that yes, the ending of “Challengers” can be considered “confusing,” especially since her own mother had an entirely different take on it than she did.
The actress told New York Times journalist Kyle Buchanan that it makes sense why the ambiguous final scene can be “confusing” for audiences.
“My mom read the ending so different[ly]. My mom is like, ‘She’s pissed because they realize that they don’t need her anymore,'” Zendaya said in an interview excerpt tweeted by Buchanan. “I was like, ‘But I smile a little bit at the end!'”
The final sequence captures Tashi (Zendaya) watching as her almost-retired husband Art (Mike Faist) and his former best friend Patrick (Josh O’Connor) embrace on the tennis court without a winner being announced. Tashi screams “Come on!” from the sidelines, harkening back to her own teen U.S. Open win before she...
- 4/29/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson and Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
‘Rivales’ se ha tenido que conformar con un quinto puesto en su fin de semana de estreno.
Este fin de semana, las salas de cine en España vibraron con la acción trepidante de “El Especialista” (“The Fall Guy”), una producción de Universal Pictures dirigida por David Leitch y protagonizada por Ryan Gosling y Emily Blunt. La película, un homenaje a los dobles de escenas de acción, se posicionó en lo más alto del ranking de taquilla en España según los datos provisionales de Comscore Movies Spain.
La película ha logrado una recaudación de 904.100 euros en su primer fin de semana en salas, siendo la opción elegida por 118.221 espectadores y situándose en lo más alto de la taquilla española con una cuota de mercado del 21,31%. Se ha estrenado en 332 cines y 522 pantallas de nuestro país, con un promedio de recaudación de 2.723€ y 1.732€ respectivamente.
El segundo puesto en taquilla ha sido para...
Este fin de semana, las salas de cine en España vibraron con la acción trepidante de “El Especialista” (“The Fall Guy”), una producción de Universal Pictures dirigida por David Leitch y protagonizada por Ryan Gosling y Emily Blunt. La película, un homenaje a los dobles de escenas de acción, se posicionó en lo más alto del ranking de taquilla en España según los datos provisionales de Comscore Movies Spain.
La película ha logrado una recaudación de 904.100 euros en su primer fin de semana en salas, siendo la opción elegida por 118.221 espectadores y situándose en lo más alto de la taquilla española con una cuota de mercado del 21,31%. Se ha estrenado en 332 cines y 522 pantallas de nuestro país, con un promedio de recaudación de 2.723€ y 1.732€ respectivamente.
El segundo puesto en taquilla ha sido para...
- 4/29/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
Mufasa: The Lion King Teaser Trailer: Blue Ivy Carter Makes Her Debut! (Photo Credit – Youtube)
Mufasa: The Lion King Teaser trailer has been dropped by Disney, and the live-action film, which is a prequel to 2019’s The Lion King, will be released worldwide on December 20. However, the trailer would put you to disbelieving the amount that must have been spent on this so-called CGI film that has been unnecessarily called a live-action film.
The one-minute, 34-second trailer makes one thing very clear: the animals are more expressive this time, and some research and hard work has been done at that end. But the question lies – Is Mufasa’s back story important, and was this prequel necessary?
Instead of investing their mind, money, and time in creating a fresh character, Disney has tried to play a safe bet by making Mufasa: The Lion King. Well-known names definitely pique the excitement as...
Mufasa: The Lion King Teaser trailer has been dropped by Disney, and the live-action film, which is a prequel to 2019’s The Lion King, will be released worldwide on December 20. However, the trailer would put you to disbelieving the amount that must have been spent on this so-called CGI film that has been unnecessarily called a live-action film.
The one-minute, 34-second trailer makes one thing very clear: the animals are more expressive this time, and some research and hard work has been done at that end. But the question lies – Is Mufasa’s back story important, and was this prequel necessary?
Instead of investing their mind, money, and time in creating a fresh character, Disney has tried to play a safe bet by making Mufasa: The Lion King. Well-known names definitely pique the excitement as...
- 4/29/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
If there was any doubt at all that Zendaya is one of her generation's biggest A-list stars, this past weekend just squashed it. The actress had a bunch of big hits to her name, including the most recent "Spider-Man" trilogy, but she had yet to have the opportunity to open an original movie with her as the central star. Well, she did just that over the weekend as the R-rated, original tennis drama "Challengers" hit theaters and topped the box office with a $15 million take domestically. Very few non-horror, original movies have broken through in the pandemic era big enough to take the number one spot on the charts. That was just the tip of the iceberg.
While Zendaya's latest was topping the charts, "Dune: Part Two" still found itself in the top ten in its ninth weekend of release. Director Dennis Villeneuve's sequel to 2021's "Dune" added $1.9 million to its ever-growing total domestically,...
While Zendaya's latest was topping the charts, "Dune: Part Two" still found itself in the top ten in its ninth weekend of release. Director Dennis Villeneuve's sequel to 2021's "Dune" added $1.9 million to its ever-growing total domestically,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
One of the most anticipated and hottest films of 2024 is finally here. We are talking about Zendaya‘s Challengers which was memed to death for a threesome scene that was shown in the trailer but if you have seen the film then you know that the brilliance of the film is much more than that one scene. Directed by Call Me By Your Name‘s Luca Guadagnino from a screenplay by Justin Kuritzkes, the sports romantic drama follows the story of a talented tennis player Tashi, and her twisted relationship with two tennis players, one of whom is her husband now. Challengers stars Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O’Connor in the lead role with Jordan Thompson, Faith Fay, Hailey Gates, and Tierre Diaz starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the story of ambition and toxic relationships in Challengers you should check out these films with similar themes next.
- 4/29/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
How does historic fashion compete with the likes of Zendaya and Jennifer Lopez on the biggest night of the New York calendar? That’s Andrew Bolton’s superpower.
The curator in charge of the Costume Institute at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art since 2016, Bolton, 57, excels at producing fashion exhibits that are multilayered and visually arresting, while also answering a question — “Is fashion art?” — with a resounding yes.
Zendaya and Lopez, alongside fellow co-hosts Chris Hemsworth, Bad Bunny and Condé Nast chief content officer and Vogue global editorial director Anna Wintour, will join the throngs of Hollywood elite echoing the concept of fashion as art when they gather May 6 for the museum’s annual Met Gala. The night will include a preview of Bolton’s new show, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, which opens May 10. Curated from the 33,000 pieces in the institute’s collection, the 250-piece exhibition explores notions of femininity and fragility,...
The curator in charge of the Costume Institute at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art since 2016, Bolton, 57, excels at producing fashion exhibits that are multilayered and visually arresting, while also answering a question — “Is fashion art?” — with a resounding yes.
Zendaya and Lopez, alongside fellow co-hosts Chris Hemsworth, Bad Bunny and Condé Nast chief content officer and Vogue global editorial director Anna Wintour, will join the throngs of Hollywood elite echoing the concept of fashion as art when they gather May 6 for the museum’s annual Met Gala. The night will include a preview of Bolton’s new show, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, which opens May 10. Curated from the 33,000 pieces in the institute’s collection, the 250-piece exhibition explores notions of femininity and fragility,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Laurie Brookins
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Whatever one thinks of the highly controversial TV series Euphoria, there’s one thing no one can deny. No show of this era has been a better launching point for the careers of young movie stars. Zendaya is currently enjoying huge success on the big screen, thanks to Dune: Part Two and Challengers, while Sydney Sweeney is just on the other side of a rare rom-com box office success with Anyone But You and has also just produced and starred in the excellent horror flick Immaculate. Jacob Elordi received a bit of praise for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in the Sofia Coppola film Priscilla last year and will next play Frankenstein’s Monster for Guillermo del Toro.
Next up is Hunter Schafer, who is set to splatter the screen in blood with the very creepy-looking horror film Cuckoo. This isn’t her first film role, of course. The young...
Next up is Hunter Schafer, who is set to splatter the screen in blood with the very creepy-looking horror film Cuckoo. This isn’t her first film role, of course. The young...
- 4/29/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Arijit Singh Meets Fan Mahira Khan, Sreeleela Makes Debut Choice In Goat, Ranbir Kapoor Faces Paparazzi Abuse – Bollywood Buzz, April 29. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
In the world of Bollywood, Arijit Singh had a sweet moment mid-concert when he recognized Mahira Khan in the audience. Sreeleela made a selective debut choice, opting out of a dance number in Goat. There’s ongoing news about missing actor Gurucharan Singh, with his family reacting to alleged marriage plans and financial issues.
On the brighter side, Diljit Dosanjh’s Vancouver concert was a sell-out, making history, and Imran Khan’s comeback is locked in with a film titled ‘Happy Patel’. However, Ranbir Kapoor had a shocking experience as the paparazzi reportedly abused him at an event. Scroll down to check out our News Wrap!
Arijit Singh Recognizes Mahira Khan Mid-Concert After Sweet Mishap
A heartwarming moment unfolded at Arijit Singh’s recent Dubai concert. In a now-viral video,...
In the world of Bollywood, Arijit Singh had a sweet moment mid-concert when he recognized Mahira Khan in the audience. Sreeleela made a selective debut choice, opting out of a dance number in Goat. There’s ongoing news about missing actor Gurucharan Singh, with his family reacting to alleged marriage plans and financial issues.
On the brighter side, Diljit Dosanjh’s Vancouver concert was a sell-out, making history, and Imran Khan’s comeback is locked in with a film titled ‘Happy Patel’. However, Ranbir Kapoor had a shocking experience as the paparazzi reportedly abused him at an event. Scroll down to check out our News Wrap!
Arijit Singh Recognizes Mahira Khan Mid-Concert After Sweet Mishap
A heartwarming moment unfolded at Arijit Singh’s recent Dubai concert. In a now-viral video,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Nearly 20 years ago in New York City, a young, restless, teenaged Julia Fox would wait patiently for her neighbors to throw out their trash before sneaking down to the basement and scavenging the recycling bins for magazines she could use to make collages. She would skip over the copy and head straight to the photos — oftentimes of models and streetstyle fashion — and use scissors and glue to reimagine the most striking images into her own creation.
“I guess in a way I was making a vision board… but like, not really” Fox tells me, dragging her last syllable in a long, seductive rasp. We’re sitting across from each other in a suite at the Jw Marriott looking over Central Park, only a few long blocks from the Upper East Side neighborhood of Yorkville where she spent much of her childhood, often squatting in whichever vacant apartment her dad was working on as a contractor.
“I guess in a way I was making a vision board… but like, not really” Fox tells me, dragging her last syllable in a long, seductive rasp. We’re sitting across from each other in a suite at the Jw Marriott looking over Central Park, only a few long blocks from the Upper East Side neighborhood of Yorkville where she spent much of her childhood, often squatting in whichever vacant apartment her dad was working on as a contractor.
- 4/29/2024
- by Anna Tingley
- Variety Film + TV
Nag Ashwin Reacts To Comparisons Between Dune & Kalki 2898 Ad. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Kalki 2898 Ad is one of the most anticipated releases in India. Starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan in the lead, the epic sci-fi is about two months from release. Director Nag Ashwin has now reacted to criticism over similarities with Dune. Scroll below for all the details!
As most know, Zendaya played the role of Chani in Timothee Chalamet led Dune. Recently, a new poster of Kalki 2898 Ad was unveiled featuring Deepika Padukone as Padma. The release date, June 27, was announced, but netizens couldn’t help but notice the similarities between the lead female characters of the two films. Netizens termed it the “Zendayafication of Deepika in Kalki poster.”
Nag Ashwin on similarities between Dune & Kalki 2898 Ad
At the VFX summit in Hyderabad, a student asked director Nag Ashwin about the similarities between Kalki 2898 Ad and Dune.
Kalki 2898 Ad is one of the most anticipated releases in India. Starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan in the lead, the epic sci-fi is about two months from release. Director Nag Ashwin has now reacted to criticism over similarities with Dune. Scroll below for all the details!
As most know, Zendaya played the role of Chani in Timothee Chalamet led Dune. Recently, a new poster of Kalki 2898 Ad was unveiled featuring Deepika Padukone as Padma. The release date, June 27, was announced, but netizens couldn’t help but notice the similarities between the lead female characters of the two films. Netizens termed it the “Zendayafication of Deepika in Kalki poster.”
Nag Ashwin on similarities between Dune & Kalki 2898 Ad
At the VFX summit in Hyderabad, a student asked director Nag Ashwin about the similarities between Kalki 2898 Ad and Dune.
- 4/29/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Box Office Collection Day 31: Hits 1 Crore Mark For The Last Time ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
For the last time in its theatrical run, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has seen 1 crore mark being crossed at the box office. It was a push for that to happen, especially after Friday had dipped to 46 lakhs and then premium IMAX and 4Dx screens too had gone to Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Still, courtesy the equity that the film has managed to build for the last few weeks, there is a residual audience that’s stepping in, and that’s what’s keeping it alive.
This was seen from 1.14 crore more than it gathered to collect in theatres on Sunday. It’s good to see that at least there is one holdover release for over a month that’s still managing to collect some moolah at least, though...
For the last time in its theatrical run, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has seen 1 crore mark being crossed at the box office. It was a push for that to happen, especially after Friday had dipped to 46 lakhs and then premium IMAX and 4Dx screens too had gone to Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Still, courtesy the equity that the film has managed to build for the last few weeks, there is a residual audience that’s stepping in, and that’s what’s keeping it alive.
This was seen from 1.14 crore more than it gathered to collect in theatres on Sunday. It’s good to see that at least there is one holdover release for over a month that’s still managing to collect some moolah at least, though...
- 4/29/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
'Challengers' screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes thinks the "cinematic" nature of tennis made it ideal for a movie.The scribe has penned the script for Luca Guadagnino's new movie that focuses on a love triangle on the tennis circuit and realised that the sport was ripe for the big screen after watching the controversial US Open final between Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka in 2018.Justin told Variety: "I just happened to be watching the US Open in 2018. It was the match between Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams in the final, and it was very controversial because Serena Williams got penalised for receiving coaching from the sidelines. She got very upset and said that she didn't do that – but that was the first time I had heard about that rule."Immediately, it struck me as really cinematic, that you're all alone on the court, that there's only one other person...
- 4/29/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Spider-Man 4 rumors are running wild, but the potential involvement of Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan has to be the craziest of them all. The film has already been through a number of plausible directors, but none seem to fit the requirements of either Sony or Marvel. One industry insider took the time to call out the false information about Spider-Man 4 directors, and he debunked the theories about four famous filmmakers.
Some wild speculations are circulating online about the director of the next Spider-Man project after No Way Home
Finding a replacement for Jon Watts, who directed the first three movies, hasn’t been easy. Both Marvel and Sony look to create a phenomenal film that could outperform the box office of Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, their visions for the fourth film are very different.
Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan Were Considered For Spider-Man 4 — Rumor Debunked
Industry...
Some wild speculations are circulating online about the director of the next Spider-Man project after No Way Home
Finding a replacement for Jon Watts, who directed the first three movies, hasn’t been easy. Both Marvel and Sony look to create a phenomenal film that could outperform the box office of Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, their visions for the fourth film are very different.
Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan Were Considered For Spider-Man 4 — Rumor Debunked
Industry...
- 4/29/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Spoiler Alert: This article contains details about Challengers.
Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers opened at the top of the U.S. box office, and one scene from the movie went viral on social media.
The particular scene involves Josh O’Connor’s Patrick and Mike Faist’s Art eating churros. At this moment in the film, Patrick visits his girlfriend Tashi (Zendaya) at Stanford but first catches up with his best friend Art in a cafeteria, where they bond over the doughy pastry.
“What I will say is…that was my first churro and I hadn’t eaten anything that day,” O’Connor said in an interview with Capital FM. “So I was starving and tasted my first churro – and churros are extraordinary. So I ate my one and then I ate his [pointing to Faist].”
Zendaya then said, “The churro wasn’t scripted, was it? The churro was something that you guys found right,...
Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers opened at the top of the U.S. box office, and one scene from the movie went viral on social media.
The particular scene involves Josh O’Connor’s Patrick and Mike Faist’s Art eating churros. At this moment in the film, Patrick visits his girlfriend Tashi (Zendaya) at Stanford but first catches up with his best friend Art in a cafeteria, where they bond over the doughy pastry.
“What I will say is…that was my first churro and I hadn’t eaten anything that day,” O’Connor said in an interview with Capital FM. “So I was starving and tasted my first churro – and churros are extraordinary. So I ate my one and then I ate his [pointing to Faist].”
Zendaya then said, “The churro wasn’t scripted, was it? The churro was something that you guys found right,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
After two weeks atop the box-office weekend, Civil War was pushed from the number one spot (and then some) and replaced by Challengers which took first place by a margin of $7.2 million.
In its first weekend of release, the United Artists Releasing product starring Zendaya, Challengers debuted in first place with a total of $15.0 million. This was enough to easily best second-place finisher Unsung Hero which debuted with a total of $7.8 million earned for Lionsgate Films. Meanwhile, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire held its ground at number three where it added $7.2 million over its fifth weekend in release to bring its overall total for Warner Bros. to $181.7 million. All of this pushed last weekend’s top film, Civil War, to fourth place where it took in $7.0 million for A24, giving the film a three-week total of $56.2 million. Also falling three spots was Universal Pictures’ Abigail which dropped from second...
In its first weekend of release, the United Artists Releasing product starring Zendaya, Challengers debuted in first place with a total of $15.0 million. This was enough to easily best second-place finisher Unsung Hero which debuted with a total of $7.8 million earned for Lionsgate Films. Meanwhile, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire held its ground at number three where it added $7.2 million over its fifth weekend in release to bring its overall total for Warner Bros. to $181.7 million. All of this pushed last weekend’s top film, Civil War, to fourth place where it took in $7.0 million for A24, giving the film a three-week total of $56.2 million. Also falling three spots was Universal Pictures’ Abigail which dropped from second...
- 4/29/2024
- by Mike Tyrkus
- CinemaNerdz
Josh O’Connor is currently starring in Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers and recently revealed what character he would love to play in the future.
In a recent interview, the actor said he is open to giving like to a “dark” version of the Willy Wonka character from Roal Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
“I would love to play Willy Wonka,” O’Connor said in an interview with WSJ Magazine. “But like a dark Willy Wonka.”
O’Connor acknowledged that Timothée Chalamet starred in Wonka, an origin story to the Willy Wonka character, recently.
“But I would really like to play a story of darker version of him,” he added.
The Crown actor also noted that Gene Wilder’s version of the character from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory “is very dark.”
“It’s not dark in a sinister way. I think he’s a really angry man,...
In a recent interview, the actor said he is open to giving like to a “dark” version of the Willy Wonka character from Roal Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
“I would love to play Willy Wonka,” O’Connor said in an interview with WSJ Magazine. “But like a dark Willy Wonka.”
O’Connor acknowledged that Timothée Chalamet starred in Wonka, an origin story to the Willy Wonka character, recently.
“But I would really like to play a story of darker version of him,” he added.
The Crown actor also noted that Gene Wilder’s version of the character from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory “is very dark.”
“It’s not dark in a sinister way. I think he’s a really angry man,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Spoilers for "Challengers" follow.
I wouldn't be the first writer to suggest that playing competitive sports and f***ing are similar activities. Both are physically exhaustive, both demand at least one partner and, when done right, both leave their players on an emotional high that uplifts their tired bodies. Sex isn't always a competition for dominance (though it certainly can be), but like when you're shooting hoops or boxing an opponent, you have to study the other's body language and react without a moment to spare. Actions speak louder than words, and when you play a game against someone, you reveal yourself almost as much as when you get naked.
That's the conceit of "Challengers," the new tennis romantic drama starring Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O'Connor as three tennis players who share a storied love triangle. Art Donaldson (Faist) and Patrick Zweig (O'Connor) are teenage best friends who fall for the same girl,...
I wouldn't be the first writer to suggest that playing competitive sports and f***ing are similar activities. Both are physically exhaustive, both demand at least one partner and, when done right, both leave their players on an emotional high that uplifts their tired bodies. Sex isn't always a competition for dominance (though it certainly can be), but like when you're shooting hoops or boxing an opponent, you have to study the other's body language and react without a moment to spare. Actions speak louder than words, and when you play a game against someone, you reveal yourself almost as much as when you get naked.
That's the conceit of "Challengers," the new tennis romantic drama starring Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O'Connor as three tennis players who share a storied love triangle. Art Donaldson (Faist) and Patrick Zweig (O'Connor) are teenage best friends who fall for the same girl,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
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